GP Retainer

NHS Scotland; Dunfermline; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS Scotland in Dunfermline is recruiting a GP Retainer for a 4-session-per-week post in a friendly, supportive training practice. Ideally Fridays plus one additional day, possibly split over 3 days. The practice supports GPSTs, FY2s and medical students, with a strong emphasis on teaching and a sociable team culture.

Our 7-partner practice has a full MDT, on-site parking, and is well located near train and bus stations, offering varied clinical work and a focus on work–life balance.

Job description

87 Woodmill Street, Dunfermline, Fife KY11 4JW

We are looking for a 4 session GP Retainer to join our friendly, supportive training practice in
Dunfermline. Ideally working Fridays and one additional day, although could be split over 3
days if preferred.
We are a 7‑partner practice with a full MDT, including an ANP, physiotherapist, pharmacists
and a Mental Health Nurse. We are proud to be a training practice, supporting GPSTs and
FY2s, and hosting medical students from St Andrews and Aberdeen Universities, with
opportunities to get involved in teaching or training if that’s something you are interested in.
Our list size is approximately 9,500 patients, with a mixed population offering varied and
interesting clinical work. We use an e-consult system to help triage appointments and try to
prioritise continuity of care. All GP appointments are 15 minutes with the majority being face
to face.
We place a strong emphasis on work–life balance and being supportive of one another day
to day. Practice life is genuinely sociable with daily coffee breaks and regular shared lunches
and cakes, which are an important part of our team culture.
We are very well located in Dunfermline, a short distance from Edinburgh, with ample on site
parking, and right next to both train and bus stations.

We would warmly welcome informal conversations in the first instance.

Urban Practice

Contract Type: Permanent

Posted On: 20/10/2026

Closing Date: 12/11/2026